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Disasters are overwhelming for everyone. If you’re an immigrant, accessing emergency support and resources can be even more confusing, whether it’s because of your citizenship status, language barriers, or limited knowledge around your rights. But you can prepare ahead of time with the right information.
It’s important to remember that trusted community networks exist, along with other helpful resources. This guide offers up-to-date information on some of those resources, as well as examples of community organizing and policy work that have made it easier for immigrants to find help. It also includes best practices for navigating disaster relief and recovery at a time when there is a heightened risk of deportation for certain immigrants.
This information is fact-checked and will be updated periodically as laws, practices, and resources change. It was updated in June 2026.
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